CONTENT EDITOR JD :

Turn 10 Studios, developers of Forza Motorsport, have an exciting opportunity for an Editor to join our development team and help us create world-class automotive game experiences.

We are looking for a highly organized individual with excellent written and communication skills to perform editing passes on our game scripts, fill a critical role in the localization pipeline, and bring the quality of our games to the next level.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• 2-3 years working as an Editor and/or Writer for US – English
• Previous experience with localization tools preferred.
• Experience working with EN-UK preferred.
• ProForce is a plus
• Be proficient with documentation and presentation software such as Word and Excel.
• Able to work under pressure, our game is under short deadlines for this assignment.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Enthusiastic, positive, and team oriented.
• A passion for developing high quality games!

PORTFOLIO IS A PLUS THAT SHOWS THEIR WRITING AND EDITING SKILLS

DEGREES OR CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Bachelor's degree in Literature, Languages, Writing or similar.

DISQUALIFIERS

Cannot demonstrate writing samples and/or spelling errors on resume

BEST VS. AVERAGE

The ideal candidate would have previous writing and/or editing experience.

PERFORMANCE INDICATORS

Localization pipeline must be met – deliverables are being completed in a timely manner.

· Top 3 must-have hard skills

· Level of experience with each

· Stack-ranked by importance

1

2-3 years working as an Editor and/or Writer for US – English

2

Be proficient with documentation and presentation software such as Word and Excel.

3

Ability to work under pressure completing editing and peer review tasks in a timely manner

TYPICAL DAY IN THE ROLE( FOR BETTER UNDERSTANDING)

• Conduct content editing passes on game script and UI strings, in partnership with design.
• Reviewing check ins from content team and completing editing test to ensure it fits the format that is required
• Coordinate with our geopolitical and licensing department to get all written content vetted.
• Keep an eye on localization efforts to ensure consistency and thorough translation of all the written material of the game.
• Reviewing scripts to highlight and flag potential risks for review.
• Transcribing audio recordings to create an “as recorded” script following voice over recording sessions.
• Correcting punctuation and grammar for use in subtitles.
• Manage a production gate between the development team and localization.